Schacht Spindle Acquired by Louët B.V.
Barry Schacht and Jane Patrick, owners and founders of Schacht Spindle Company, announced, they’ve sold the business to Louët B.V., a Dutch company that also makes spinning wheels and looms.
Podcast Episode #201: Schacht Spindle
In this podcast interview, Jane Patrick and Barry Schacht of Schacht Spindle Company talk about how they created this successful, family-owned business that’s a leading supplier of looms and spindles in the US.
Laser Focus: How Katrinkles Grew From Solopreneur to Seven-Person Team
Rulers and needle gauges have always had a big role in fiber crafting, but Katy Westcott of the handmade accessories company Katrinkles has managed to turn standard wooden tools into a recognizable handmade brand.
Yarn Industry News Update: Fall 2019
Keep up with what’s happening in the yarn industry with the news update on fall 2019 happenings of note including acquisitions, closures, and events.,
How Tour de Fleece Can Drive Traffic and Sales for Your Yarn Shop
What do the Tour de France and Fleece have in common? They both involve spinning! Use these tips to drive sales during this special event.
Interweave Faces an Uncertain Future, Its Impact Reverberates
Interweave is facing a very uncertain future. Its parent company, F+W, filed for bankruptcy in March and the search is on to find a buyer for the books division and the magazines by June. Now is a good time to take a moment to reflect on all that this company has given to the craft community over the past 44 years.